The railings, aside from the top, are literally executing good so It appears I could stain/paint proper over the best. The real use and tear comes in to the deck surface area. As it is supposedly a "stain" rather than a "paint" it's worn all of the way right down http://socialmediainuk.com/story7352147/an-unbiased-view-of-where-can-i-buy-restore-a-deck-stain